Electrical Design Engineer – Low Voltage Systems Specialist

Company Description

 

AFRY is a European leader in engineering, design, and advisory services, with a global team of experts creating sustainable solutions for future generations. We support clients across infrastructure, industry, energy, and digitalisation, helping accelerate the transition towards a more sustainable society.

In Asia, AFRY delivers multidisciplinary engineering and consulting services for renewable energy, transmission and distribution, and infrastructure projects, partnering with clients throughout the project lifecycle.

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer – Medium & Low Voltage (MV/LV) to join our Energy team in Manila. In this role, you will be responsible for the design and review of medium- and low-voltage electrical systems for renewable energy and infrastructure projects. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams and EPC contractors, you will contribute to delivering high-quality engineering solutions that meet project requirements, industry standards, and client expectations.

 

Job Description

• Design and review medium- and low-voltage electrical systems (up to 34.5 kV) for renewable energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, local regulations, and international standards.
• Review the design of auxiliary electrical systems and equipment, including auxiliary transformers, distribution boards, panelboards, UPS systems, batteries, lighting, lightning protection, and fire protection systems.
• Develop and optimise MV and LV cable routing layouts, ensuring efficient, safe, and constructible designs.
• Prepare accurate Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for electrical equipment, cabling, and associated systems to support project budgeting and procurement.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors and multidisciplinary project teams to ensure engineering designs are effectively integrated into project execution.
• Review and evaluate technical submittals, specifications, calculations, and drawings prepared by contractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Provide technical support throughout project development, detailed engineering, procurement, and construction phases.
• Ensure engineering deliverables are completed in accordance with project schedules, quality standards, and AFRY procedures.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. A Master's degree is an advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the design of medium- and low-voltage electrical systems.
• Proven experience in designing MV and LV systems up to 34.5 kV, preferably for renewable energy, power, or infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience working within or alongside EPC contractor design teams on large-scale engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of MV/LV cable routing design methodologies and relevant engineering software.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and technical documentation.
• Sound knowledge of the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC), IEC, ANSI, and other applicable international standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and multicultural project environments.
• Professional Engineer (PRC Licensed Electrical Engineer) is an advantage.

 

Additional Information

We offer the following to qualified candidates:

• Friendly international working environment with a wide variety of interesting and challenging tasks
• Competitive salary package
• Well-balanced working hour
• Career opportunity in one of the largest international consulting and engineering companies
• Possibility to grow professionally and advance in career

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.